Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uche, Family Medicine Specialist in Shelby, NC?
Dr. John Uche, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shelby, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Uche graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine. Dr. Uche is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uche’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uche’s office.
Where did Dr. Uche go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
Is Dr. Uche board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Uche, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Uche speak?
Dr. Uche and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Uche typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Uche diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Uche. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Uche typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Uche may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Uche's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Uche accept my insurance?
Dr. Uche accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uche accept in Shelby, NC?
Dr. Uche in Shelby, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Uche's office located?
What is Dr. Uche's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235103102.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uche?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uche
What is Dr. John Uche's specialty?
Dr. Uche is a Family Medicine Specialist near Shelby, NC.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. John Uche affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uche is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland, Promedica Toledo Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Uche accepting new patients in Shelby, NC?
Yes, Dr. John Uche is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Uche offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uche's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Uche?
Please contact Dr. Uche's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Uche have?
Dr. John Uche is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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